In December 2015, the Court of Common Pleas struck down a mandate for all employers in the City of Pittsburgh to provide paid sick leave for all employees. The City appealed this ruling and, in November, the Commonwealth Court heard oral arguments regarding the appeal.

Attorneys representing the city presented their case as to why the Court should overturn the ruling, centering around an emotional argument that the measure protects public health and employees. Attorney representing retailer groups, including PFMA, argued in favor of upholding the previous ruling as the mandate is not legally enforceable under the city’s home rule charter.​It is anticipated the Commonwealth Court will rule on this latest appeal in early 2017. PFMA will keep members informed.